How to check transmission fluid

Asked by Selena Dec 10, 2022 at 01:36 PM about the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 2LT FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

How to check the dipstick for a transmission

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You car doesn't have a dipstick. Vehicle manufacturers removed them a long time ago. You drain and fill the transmission from under the car. youtube might have a video or two on how to perform the drain and fill process on your particular vehicle. I personally I would have the pro tackle this task, If you are not leaking any transmission fluid, you should be fine, but if you think the car is shifting incorrectly, then have a garage check it out.

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Read the owners manual; they're available online. That will instruct you on how to check fluid level and tell you if you can't.

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